Have you ever thought about what’s next after dentistry? Loved the practical and surgical side of your coursework? Chances are, you’ve considered becoming an OMFS! With an incredible combined skillset of a dentist and medical doctor, Dr. Sophia Richardson joins us on this week’s episode of Brace yourself to tell us more about what OMFS do.

Alongside Tiger and Kevin, Dr. Richardson shares the ups and downs of her journey to becoming an OMFS. From information about pathways to her own personal reflections, the topics discussed in this episode are invaluable and empowering. So, join us on the podcast to learn more about everything related to OMFS!

Thank you to Single Use Dental Instruments for sponsoring today’s Brace Yourself episode. Visit www.singleusedentalinstruments.com for more information on how their products can help streamline your clinical infection control process.

As exam season is nearly over, we’re getting ready to celebrate our graduating cohort’s achievements! With this chapter of their careers coming to an end, it’s exciting to see where the rest of their lives will take them. But what opportunities are out there in the big world and what can we do with our degrees?

As Moe and Jem finish up their bachelor of oral health journey, they seek the advice of their course coordinator Dr. Melanie. Their meaningful conversation covers a range of diverse pathways available for oral health therapists, with opportunities in both clinical and non-clinical settings. Make sure you tune in to find out what roles are out there ready for you to grasp so you can get the most fulfilment in what you do!

With the Indigenous population of Australia facing many barriers in healthcare, oral health is not an outlier. As disparity is faced within our First Nations communities, it is important for us as current and future clinicians to understand how we can close the gap.

In this week’s episode, our guest speak Brianna Poirier expands on her background and current research in Indigenous oral health. Alongside Raeesha and Laya, Brianna explains her research including topics like methodology and where the shift in researching is leading, segueing into the implications it has for the future. This podcast consists of core messages that we as a collective must educate ourselves on and is a highly recommended listen.

Thank you to Single Use Dental Instruments for sponsoring today’s Brace Yourself episode. Visit www.singleusedentalinstruments.com for more information on how their products can help streamline your clinical infection control process.

With over 700 different species of bacteria all living in the mouth, oral microbiomes are very complex.  This lively and diverse microbiome has taken time to develop since our first days, but how does our surroundings play a part? Presenting her research on how early life environments influence the oral microbiome and determine oral health outcomes, Dr Christina Adler elaborates on her findings alongside Evelyn and Ian.

Touching on the relationship between our environment and microbiome, Dr Alder also discusses the oral health outcomes that are related and the importance of oral hygiene. The trio even delve into a small conversation surrounding research methods and interesting ways to approach difficult questions. This episode is a great listen to understand more about what goes on in a human’s mouth from birth and what we can learn from certain trends.

Thank you to Single Use Dental Instruments for sponsoring today’s Brace Yourself episode. Visit www.singleusedentalinstruments.com for more information on how their products can help streamline your clinical infection control process.

Balloon art? Dentistry? There can’t be any possible correlations right…? Well in this week’s episode, Dr. Choi, Julia and Kanisha prove otherwise.

Sharing on the career pathway he took after university, Dr. Choi talks about how he found his job along with some interesting stories! Including topics such as CPDs and work environments, Dr. Choi also gives his best tips for graduates starting work. With his words of wisdom, there are many things this podcast offers for dental students and near graduates to ponder on and take into consideration.

Thank you to Single Use Dental Instruments for sponsoring today’s Brace Yourself episode. Visit www.singleusedentalinstruments.com for more information on how their products can help streamline your clinical infection control process.

With so many different dental associations across Australia, ADSA is here to help you become more familiar with them. To check one off this list, we will be getting to know more about ADAVB in this week’s podcast.

With Alex and Mili steering the conversation, Dr. Matthew Hopcraft introduces us to ADAVB and what their association is about. Their lively discussion includes information on how ADAVB provide services and support for practitioners and students, as well as ADAVB’s goals and missions. For dental students of all year levels, this podcast is perfect for you to find out more about how ADAVB can help you in your career.

To find out more about ADAVB , listen to our newest episode of Brace Yourself.

As COVID-19 has affected students worldwide, it has inevitably impacted dental students as well. But in what ways has it hinder or enhanced students’ learning? And with what proof?

Luckily, Professor Miletic has the answer to these question and shares insight into her research on this specific topic. Alongside Jim Rae and Pauline Wong, the trio talk about Miletic’s findings and how the pandemic altered students’ self-perceived performance and confidence. The result are highly relevant to dental and oral health students, as the gaps identified can be addressed in the near future.

Listen to this week’s podcast and see if the research resonates with your personal experiences.

What if we told you that you could attain a fourth line of defense for your body? Believe it or not, you can! With the advancement of technology, PPE are constantly evolving and improving. Joined with Amanda & Brendan Szeto, Jacob Davis, Jim Rae chats all things PPE. With a focus on Ambience Face Shields, the group talks about how PPE plays a big role in the future of clinical practice for students. The 3 dental students have a lively conversation on dental school and how face shields play a big part in clinics, drawing from their personal anecdotes and experiences using the ambience face shields.

The team at Ambience face shields has kindly provided a 15% discount for our listeners. Simply apply the code “ADSA15” at checkout and try out their renowned face shields. (valid from 15-29th of June)

To find out more about Ambience face shields, head to https://ambienceppe.com/collections/products

Ever wonder what it’s running your own clinic as an Oral Health Therapist (OHT)? Well wonder no further! This month’s episode of Brace Yourself will cover what it’s like to start up your own clinic. As the role of OHTs continues to broaden, practitioners are beginning to find their autonomy in their own practices.

As Beth Irvin proves that it’s possible, she recounts what it was like founding her own clinic. Talking about the logistics, patients and services, Beth covers many interesting topics that aren’t regularly covered. A role model to all OHTs and Dental practitioners, Beth’s journey is one that will pave the way for future clinicians.

To find more of Beth's work head to https://thesmilestudio.com.au/ or check out her Instagram @thesmilestudio.bairnsdale

What’s something always starts with the same 3 consonants, but ends with 3 different letters? Something that we access everyday, but can’t physically touch? A website! This month’s episode of Brace Yourself explores the interesting world of Dental Websites! With the society shifting towards embracing technology to our everyday lives, websites are a crucial media that is often overlooked by practitioners.

Sharing his expertise, Mr. Gladnick speaks on the evolution of websites and their role in the dental field. From website red flags to why websites are important, Mr. Gladnick draws from his past experiences to enlighten us with a fresh outlook on websites. Relevant to all of us living in the 21st century, this podcast will be sure to teach you something new.

To find out more, head to www.greatdentalwebsites.com.au